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title: "Contract for Framework for Directional Drilling"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d6bb4721-bdcd-4954-892d-498d88d93692"
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buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2024-08-23"
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# Contract for Framework for Directional Drilling

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d6bb4721-bdcd-4954-892d-498d88d93692

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## Summary

Durham County Council has issued a contract for the Framework for Directional Drilling, focusing on the installation of underground pipes, ducts, conduits, and cables using a surface-launched drilling rig. This procurement falls under the "Drilling and exploration work" industry category, specifically covering drilling services. The contract, valued at £100,000, spans from 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2026, and is applicable within England, United Kingdom. The procurement method used for this tender is an open procedure, indicating an inclusive and competitive bidding process. The tender process concluded on 20 June 2024 and the contract was awarded on 12 July 2024.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in underground drilling services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The procurement aims to facilitate market access by employing an open procedure, allowing diverse companies to compete. This contract can significantly enhance the growth and portfolio of businesses adept in drilling and exploration work, enabling them to expand their operations and gain credibility by partnering with a reputable public authority like Durham County Council.

## Notice

This contract is for Directional Drilling, a method of installing underground pipes, ducts, conduits and cables by using a surface-launched drilling rig.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4503f50a-a89a-45ca-9958-f26b6eb08b5f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 14 Jul 2024 - 30 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | QUANTUM POWER CONNECTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry

### Codes

- 45255500 - Drilling and exploration work
- 76300000 - Drilling services

## Release History

- 23 Aug 2024 at 10:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4503f50a-a89a-45ca-9958-f26b6eb08b5f
- 31 May 2024 at 07:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6df5af77-d6d9-4213-beab-383a229522d9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4503f50a-a89a-45ca-9958-f26b6eb08b5f
  23rd August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6df5af77-d6d9-4213-beab-383a229522d9
  31st May 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.durham.gov.uk

## Provenance

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